who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

about this team

The Compensation Operations Team supports a wide array of global compensation processes. We focus on the details and ensure that our systems are optimized to support our teams. We partner and collaborate with a variety of teams across the organization to drive continuous improvement and efficiency in our compensation processes with a focus on accuracy and transparency.

core responsibilities

• Supports various cyclical (monthly/quarterly/annual) retail bonus calculations, ensuring a high level of accuracy while maintaining strict data integrity and confidentiality
• Acts as the Compensation Operations SME on all retail incentive plan changes with a focus on the impact to and capabilities of our incentive compensation system
• Continuously evaluate and recommend changes and enhancements to our incentive compensation systems with a focus on improving accuracy, transparency & efficiency
• Supports our Global Compensation partners and ensures that our processes and systems are globally consistent and locally relevant
• Provide regular reporting to Compensation leadership regarding YTD retail performance across North America and Global markets
• Support lululemon’s annual performance management and compensation cycles through data analysis, reporting, troubleshooting, and the development of communications
• Dive into market data to ensure that our compensation planning, compensation frameworks and strategy are aligned to our goals and company strategies
• Work with Business Partners and leaders to job level roles in the organization
• Perform regular data audits to ensure accuracy and meet compliance requirements
• Proactively brings market intelligence to the decisions we make to ensure our compensation programs are relevant in line with our Values and Beliefs.
• Prepares and presents costing analysis, modeling, and summary reports of compensation analysis information.
• Opportunities to support and lead compensation projects that come up throughout the organization.

qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of experience in compensation, ideally in a multinational environment
• Post-secondary degree in a related field (e.g., finance, HR)
• Exposure to HRIS back-end with a curiosity on how the back-end data comes together
• Experience with Workday, Microsoft Excel and other Office software
• Detail-oriented and committed to a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently and prioritize workload
• High level of discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive information

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

additional notes
Authorization to work in Canada is required for this role.

compensation and benefits package

lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $88,200-$93,800 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program and, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

workplace arrangement

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.

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